“Go and make disciples of all nations.” Matthew 28:19  Although God blesses us in many ways, being a child of God can also bring about some unpleasant times. Jesus spoke of these problems when he sent out his disciples to be missionaries. He told them that they should expect that […]

“When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” Matthew 6:6 Where is your favorite place to pray? Some people pray when they are lying in bed, some […]

“A cheerful heart is good medicine.” Proverbs 17:22 What are some outdoor activities you enjoy? How about running and swimming, or climbing and hiking, or skiing and sledding. Today we’ll meet someone who couldn’t enjoy them. Michelle was a lively little girl who loved to dance, ride horseback, and ski, […]

“Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” Luke 18:1  There once was a man who never gave up even though he was often a complete failure. Early in life he started a business. It failed. Next, he ran for […]

“We are the clay, you are the potter; we are the work of your hand.” Isaiah 64:8 Born on New Year’s Day in 1939, Samuel John Butcher was the third of five children in the home of a poor Michigan couple. Before long, the family packed up and moved to […]

“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you.” Colossians 1:3 There are many ways we can pray and many things we can say in our prayers. Sometimes it is good to have a plan before we begin to pray. That way we […]

“There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” Proverbs 18:24 Joseph Scriven was excited! He and his fiancé had planned for their wedding a long time and soon it would come true. Or would it? Tragically, the day before the wedding, Joseph found himself on the bank of […]

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.” 1 John 1:9 “Did you tell him you were sorry?” A disappointed dad asked this question of his nine year old son who had just been caught riding his bike through the neighbor’s flower […]

“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 October 31st was a beautiful day to spend at the beach in Hawaii doing what Bethany Hamilton loved best, surfing. Bethany was an avid surfer and knew all the moves. But this day proved to be a challenge for her […]

“When you have eaten and are satisfied, praise the LORD your God for the good land he has given you.” Deuteronomy 8:10 “Come, Lord Jesus, be our guest, and let these gifts to us be blest.” “O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good. His mercy endures forever.” […]